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Private Equity Firms Target European Defense Assets Amid Military Expansion and Geopolitical Shifts

by Team Lumida
April 28, 2025
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Private Equity Firms Target European Defense Assets Amid Military Expansion and Geopolitical Shifts
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  • Private equity firms, including Tikehau Capital, CVC Capital Partners, and Veritas Capital, are raising funds and building teams to invest in European defense companies, driven by increased military budgets and geopolitical tensions.
  • Defense investments, once shunned due to ethical concerns and ESG restrictions, are now gaining traction as Europe seeks to reduce reliance on U.S. military capabilities and bolster its defense readiness.
  • Notable deals include Bain Capital’s interest in Iveco Group’s defense unit (€1.5 billion) and Tikehau’s €800 million aerospace and defense fund, backed by Airbus, Safran, and Thales.
  • The European Commission’s €800 billion “ReArm Europe” plan aims to mobilize private capital to support defense spending, with regulatory roadblocks around ESG investing being eased.
  • Rising demand for defense assets is prompting private equity firms to explore exits, with Advent, Searchlight Capital, and others considering sales of key defense businesses.

What Happened?

Private equity firms are increasingly targeting European defense assets, capitalizing on a historic shift in military spending across the region. With Europe earmarking hundreds of billions of euros to rearm and reduce dependence on U.S. defense capabilities, firms like Tikehau Capital and CVC Capital Partners are raising dedicated funds and assembling teams to invest in companies that underpin national security.

Tikehau is raising an €800 million aerospace and defense fund, with backing from major players like Airbus and Thales, while Weinberg Capital Partners recently closed a €215 million fund focused on strategic security. Meanwhile, Veritas Capital is seeking $13 billion for its flagship fund, and Bain Capital is eyeing Iveco Group’s defense unit, valued at €1.5 billion.

The European Commission’s “ReArm Europe” plan, unveiled last month, emphasizes the need for private capital to support defense readiness, signaling a shift in regulatory attitudes toward defense investments.


Why It Matters?

The growing interest in defense assets reflects a paradigm shift in Europe’s approach to national security, driven by geopolitical tensions, including the war in Ukraine, and pressure from the U.S. to increase military spending.

Private equity’s involvement is critical to financing Europe’s defense ambitions, as governments alone cannot meet the rising demand for advanced military technologies. The easing of ESG-related restrictions further underscores the changing perception of defense investments, which are now seen as both lucrative and strategically important.

However, the sector remains sensitive to political and regulatory scrutiny, with European governments keen to retain control over key defense assets. For example, the UK government has expressed concerns about foreign ownership of defense companies, highlighting the challenges private equity firms may face in navigating this space.


What’s Next?

Private equity firms are expected to continue targeting small and mid-sized defense companies, with a focus on building larger defense groups. At the same time, firms already holding defense assets are exploring exits to capitalize on rising valuations.

The success of these investments will depend on sustained military spending in Europe and the stability of global security policies. Any shifts in U.S. foreign policy or changes in European defense priorities could impact the profitability of these investments.

For now, the defense sector stands out as a rare bright spot in an otherwise challenging dealmaking environment, with private equity poised to play a key role in shaping Europe’s military future.

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